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The Massacre of Blessed Antony Primaldo And Companions
The Massacre of Blessed Antony Primaldo And Companions

Saint Antony Primaldo

Also known as: Antonio Primaldo

Saint

Feast Day

August 14

Died

August 1, 1480

Canonized

Sunday 12 May 2013 by Pope Francis in Rome, Italy

Beatified

14 December 1771 by Pope Clement XIV (cultus confirmed)

Biography

Saint Antony Primaldo, also known as Antonio Primaldo, was an aged lay man artisan in the town of Otranto, Italy, during the 15th century. He gained recognition for his personal piety and devoutness. However, it was during a dark and tumultuous time in Otranto's history that Antony Primaldo would leave an indelible mark. In the year 1480, Otranto fell under the invasion of the Ottoman Turks....

Heraldry & Devotional Emblems

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